Category Archives: plan of action

Helping My Son Get Blood Drawn

plan of action
My oldest son is 21 and has Down Syndrome. He is a child in a man's body. Unlike most men, he's verbal about what makes him sad and scared. One of his biggest fears are doctors and needles, and having his blood drawn. Many people share this same fear, but with a normal IQ it is easier to use one's logic to submit to being poked. I believe the majority of my son's fears may stem from seven years ago… Read the rest
Bonfire at church camp

Back In The Saddle Again

plan of action
My youngest son and I had a great time at church camp and are looking forward to attending next year. Before we left for camp, we realized since we never go anywhere we didn't have much in the way of suitcases. I'd picked up a couple at a thrift store a month or two ago, but the handle broke on one, and the other was too small. So I decided to stop by Savers and see if they had anything.… Read the rest
Bank of America Credit Card

Credit Card, Debit Card or Cash?

credit cards, plan of action
Dave Ramsey says, “Responsible use of a credit card does not exist.” Mike at Living the Cheap Life disagrees and articulated his reasons. Back when we were debt-free (except for our mortgage) I used my credit cards wisely. I bought items in our budget that we had to buy anyway, and I got rewarded for those purchases. I admit it wasn't the best “reward” available – I received a $25 Amazon Gift Certificate for every $2500 that was charged onto… Read the rest
Law of Attraction

Is It The Law of Attraction? Or Just Wishful Thinking?

30 Day Abundance Project, Carnivals, Money, plan of action
Am I just imagining things, or could The Law of Attraction be at work? So I've been missing in action for the last few days because right after Day 9's Abundance Exercise Mr. A told his air conditioning contact that he also does sheet metal. His air conditioning contact coincidentally had just been approached to do a job which needed some ductwork built. A fairly big job. In order to fabricate the items needed, Mr. A needed some heavy machinery.… Read the rest